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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 , 2020

Batteries a big win for Brighton

Lithium-ion cell manufacturer plans

775,000 square-foot facility

BY SCOTT TAYLOR STAYLOR@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A national manufacturer of the lithium-ion batteries used to power electric vehicles and wearable bat-

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tery packs will locate its gigawattscale manufacturing plant in Brighton, at 18875 E. Bromley Lane. e plans for the 775,000-squarefoot facility were announced by the company and Colorado Governor Jared Polis March 6. e company’s say the new plant should begin operation in 2025.

“We need more batteries to power the future, and now we will be manufacturing more of them right here in Colorado. We are excited to wel-

come Amprius to Colorado, bringing over 300 new good-paying jobs, and joining Colorado’s innovative and collaborative business community,” Polis said in a written statement.

Amprius, based in Fremont, California, began making silicon anodes for high-density lithium-ion batteries in 2008. e company holds more than 75 patents for the batteries, their parts and the manufacturing process.

ose batteries are used for elec-

tric cars, trucks and electric drones, high-altitude gliders used for mapping called “pseudo-satellites” and electric air transportation vehicles. Customers included the U.S. Army, Airbus and BAE Systems. e plant will replace the Sears/ KMart Distribution facility just north of the Adams County building. at facility closed in 2021. It’s just west of U.S. 76 Brighton exit.

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Fort Lupton council authorizes bonds for park upgrades

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Fort Lupton City Council Council agreed to authorize $410,000 in general obligation bonds for upgrades to Community Center Park outside the recreation center on South Harrison Avenue.

e decision came during a March 7 council meeting.

Earlier this month, recreation center Manager Doug Cook said work on the north trail starts rst, followed by the southern trail, to allow the upcoming youth soccer season to nish. e matter came to the council after previous discussions, so there was no additional public input.

Council also approved a license agreement with Metro Water Recovery for access and operations and the city wastewater treatment plant. The purpose is to operate and maintain metering and sampling facilities. Metro officials will be able to install, place, maintain and operate the facilities and their related equipment.

Council also OK’d rights for Metro to enter, re-enter and use easement property to install, maintain and

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Frederick’s Rylan Cram drives against Noah Hellem of Air Academy during the state 5A boys basketball semifinal round at the Denver Coliseum March 10. See more on page 15.

PHOTO BY STEVE SMITH

Two Greeley aims student win the Annual Entrepreneurial Challenge

BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Hector Becerra and Grant Hall are two Greeley Aims Community College students who made it to nals and won in the 12th Annual Entrepreneurial Challenge hosted at the University of Northern Colorado Monfort College of Business on March 8, according to the new release.

Hall took home rst place and won $6,000 for his business Martian Media, and Hector Becerra won fourth place and $2,000 for his business Chicha Mate energy drink.

“After I graduate from Aims, I plan on transferring to a University and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business management,” Hall said.

“I will also continue to be the CEO of Martian Media, becoming Colorado’s rst indoor drone tour company and eventually growing and expanding the business into more aerial services,” Hall said.

“I plan to produce the Chicha Mate energy drink locally, market and sell the product online, “ Becerra said. e Entrepreneurial Challenge allows students to gain entrepreneurial skills and create innovative ideas to pitch a business, enter a competition, and receive feedback from industry leaders. e student meets other entrepreneurs and wins prize money.

Purple drink

Becerra, studying accounting, came up with the idea of an energy drink made by his grandmother’s recipe when visiting Mexico. His business is called Chicha Mate, a low-sugar energy drink with antioxidants made with fruit and natural spices.

“I used to visit my grandmother in Mexico when I was a kid and she would make us this drink made with purple corn and other ingredients; it was so refreshing on a hot summer day,” Becerra said.

Diana Leted, communications major at UNC, helped Becerra at the event with the presentation and marketing of Chicha Mate.

Becerra has a work-study job with Aims TRIO Student Support Services that helps underrepresented students develop skills, work experience, and education aspirations. TRIO advisor Arizbe Soto-Ramirez and the TRIO sta contributed to giving feedback for improvement on Becerra’s presentation and business plan.

Joanne San Nicolas, professor in Becerra’s business class at Aims,

encouraged him to participate in the Entrepreneurial Challenge.

“I am excited that we have two Aims students in the nalist competition. It’s an outstanding opportunity for students,” San Nicolas said. “I have observed over these last few years how the employees at UNC have developed into a rst-rate experience in this competition. It has wonderful energy.”

Drones

Grant Hall is a business major graduating in May. While Hall was at Mead High School, he took the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) course at Aims and created a business with drone photography called Martian Media.

“I was inspired to start Martian Media after I realized the potential and multiple use cases that drones could be used for in an unsaturated market. Indoor drone tours are the new way to show o properties,” Hall said.

Martian Media provides drone photography for real estate companies to o er virtual tours of homes on the market. Hall custom-built his drone to provide exterior and interior footage of real estate for gyms and weddings.

“It shows us the house in a whole new way. With support from Aims business program and UAS program they both played a “key role” in developing Martian Media,” Hall said.

Jennifer Markiewicz business professor was in uential in inspiring Hall to participate in the completion and helping prepare.

Hall said her knowledge had been a tremendous help, and his business classes provided communication skills, nancial acumen, networking, and legal aspects of becoming an entrepreneur.

Jake Marshall, UAS Chief Instructor Pilot, taught technical operations and test preparation for the UAS testing.

“He was a huge help regarding the drones’ technical aspects. e UAS program “has helped catalyze my success in practice, planning, preight planning, pre ight checks, and creating standard operating procedures,” Hall said.

Hall said the experience with the competition is invaluable.

“It’s just a great experience because being an entrepreneur is something I’ve always wanted to do.” It also has been bene cial to his company. “I’ve de nitely learned a lot about my business and a whole new perspective on it. All the feedback I’ve gotten has helped a ton,” Hall said

“ e selection of Colorado for our gigawatt factory marks an important milestone for Amprius,” said Dr. Kang Sun, Chief Executive O cer of Amprius Technologies. “We worked closely with the State of Colorado, the Colorado Economic Development Commission, Adams County, and the City of Brighton to align on terms that are mutually bene cial, which includes a comprehensive incentive proposal.”

Amprius also selected the Brighton, Colorado location because of its potential to streamline timeto-market and support e ective customer ful llment. e site’s size, its proximity to essential materials, the transportation structure and the electric power and structural layout are expected to help reduce buildout costs as well as logistical and operational costs. Additional acreage at the site also has the potential to enable future expansions for a total potential manufacturing capacity of 10 GWh.

Left, Hector Becerra won 4th place for his business Chicha Mate energy drink. Right, Grant Hall won 1st place for Martian Media. COURTESY OF AIMS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

A Fort Lupton man truck and horse trailer stolen

BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Brit Ellerman stopped in Fort Lupton’s First Street Safeway with his girlfriend March 5 just to grab some things for lunch. ey were in the store for about eight minutes, he said.

“When we walked out, there was an odd car with a guy sitting in it; as we got closer to my truck he sped o ,” Ellerman said.

He didn’t think much of it at the time, but it would end up costing him thousands of dollars – despite taking his personal security seriously, with cameras around his house and trackers in his trucks.

“I have an axe to grind because it’s a huge problem in Colorado,” Ellerman said. “It bothers me that for other people who own a car worth $4,000 or less there is almost no incentive for the police to nd it because they gure insurance will cover it. We don’t have support from the government they let those people go and then just charge them with a misdemeanor.”

Ellerman and his girlfriend didn’t notice anything amiss until they’d left the supermarket parking lot. She realized her makeup bag was missing, so they returned to the parking lot to check if the bag was accidentally fallen out.

More than makeup

It was while they were looking for it that they realized some things were shu ed out of place and others were just gone. For example, Ellerman said they keep a box of wipes in the truck’s console. e box had been pulled out on the seat, but neither of them remembered pulling it out.

“I opened the glove box and all

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e rst phase of the expansion is expected to create 332 net new jobs in Brighton with an average annual wage of $68,516.

Amprius plans to invest $190 million, including a $50 million cost-sharing grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s O ce of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains, to provide a potential

of the registration paperwork was gone from the vehicle. I realized the keys to my truck that is parked at our ranch and garage openers were stolen. It was not good they had our address,” Ellerman said.

ey called the police there and led a report on the spot, giving the police the description of the suspicious car that sped o .

It wasn’t until they got home after ling the report that they discovered that the thieves had gone straight to their ranch and had stolen his other truck, a white 2022 Dodge F-350 and their bright orange Sunshine Classic two-horse Bloomer trailer. – In all, a loss of $200,000, he estimates.

Ellerman said his family has been in the community for over 40 years and bought and sold real estate in Fort Lupton. He grew up in Fort Lupton, went to school here, went to college in Wyoming and lived in Texas for a little while. But Fort Lupton has been his primary residence. He also helped coach basketball and does business in Fort Lupton.

He’s seen it change but said his area is mostly rural and feels safe.

“A lot of us have cameras, so you can see when the vehicle and trailer leaves,” Ellerman said. “My area was very rural and now it has grown we are very protected,” Ellerman said.

His friends and a neighbor were outside riding horses during the theft. His other neighbor was about 100 yards from his barn, grilling on their porch. Ellerman said he has a huge dog that wasn’t out then. e thieves seemed to know just how to get through the gate, where to go, and how to get out.

“It was premeditated or calculated. We constantly have neighbors coming over, we have events, people come and work for me that are in

capacity of up to 5 gigawatt hours . at’s part of a cost-sharing demonstration grant from Biden Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support domestic battery production.

Brighton also stepped up to lure the company in, o ering a ve-year rebate of all property taxes the city would collect — about $85,000 per year. e city also agreed to rebate half of the use tax that would be paid on construction materials for the site’s renovation.

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and out of here as well as my family and friends,” Ellerman said.

Even the tracking devices didn’t help. Ellerman said the thieves drove about a mile from his house and parked behind an oil well pad site along a dead end. ere, they removed the tracking devices and moved on. A camera at the oil well site, caught them doing that, he said.

“ is tells me it’s not their rst time – it’s a calculated type of ring or criminal organization, “ he said.

He notes that not normally a crime-friendly neighborhood. e thieves were taking chances, he said.

“Everyone in the neighborhood is armed, permitted, and licensed,” he said. “So, it was brazen.”

Still, he gures the rewards outweigh the risk. ey were that they’re willing to steal $200,000 worth of vehicles and items in the middle of the day on a Sunday with neighbors outsides and cameras.

“When there is that type of crime that goes on, and nothing is done about it, because there are no consequences, it hurts businesses, lowers the values of properties, people’s sense of safety, and hurts the whole community,” Ellerman said. “ is something that needs to be taken seriously, and something has to be done.”

Trucks popular targets

e Weld County Sheri ’s o ce said they are investigating Ellerman’s case but have no updates. Sheri Steve Reams said it’s a prime example of how emboldened criminals have become.

“We hope the public can assist in this case, and please don’t be afraid to report suspicious behaviors,” Reams said.

According to Weld County Sheri ’s data, some 2,282 vehicles were

Director Kristen Chernosky said the city’s incentives add up to about $929,050.

“Brighton City Council and the City of Brighton leadership team are excited to welcome Amprius Technologies Inc. to our community,” said Robin Martinez, president and CEO of the Brighton Economic Development Corporation. “We have a highly-skilled workforce and a collaborative regional approach to attracting and supporting new and existing companies in Brighton.”

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stolen in Weld County between Jan. 2022 and March 2023. e department does have an 82% recovery rate.

Trucks like Ellerman’s are top targets for thieves. Pick-up trucks of various makes and models make up the top ve kinds of vehicles stolen in Weld County, accounting for almost 300 of the vehicles reported stolen.

It’s increasing a problem all over the county.  Fort Lupton reported 110 vehicle thefts., according to Weld County data.

Reams suggests drivers follow the prevention tips from the Colorado Auto eft Prevention Authority to combat auto theft. He recommends they be sure to lock their doors, roll up windows and take their keys with them. Never leave them on your dashboard, seat, or center console.

Drivers should put their keys in a pocket or purse when exiting the vehicle and they should designate a place inside the home to keep their keys, such as in the kitchen or a mud room. Never leave keys in a vehicle, even in a locked garage, and make sure to turn o the engine when not in your car.

e garage should be securely locked with bright, motion-activated lights outside. He also recommended not leaving nancial information, checkbooks, receipts, or other personal information from your car. Drivers should check their car’s registration receipt and only keep the portion that does not list their home address in the vehicle.

Ellerman asks if you see the stolen truck and trailer, call the Weld County Sheri ’s o ce at 970-356-4015 or Ellerman at 303-717-2836.

Weld County Sheri ’s email to report tips: crimetips@co.weld.co.us.

County Commissioners is also scheduled to consider an economic development incentive agreement at a March 14 public meeting.

“We are happy to welcome Amprius to Adams County and look forward to a continued partnership as they grow and develop their innovative battery technology right here in Brighton,” Board Chair Steve O’Dorisio said. “ e jobs they create will not only bene t our current local residents but also help to expand future career paths in the renewable energy sector.”

BRIEFS

First United Methodist Church Spring Brunch

April 1, 2023

10 am

Enjoy a morning with fellowship, good food, and great entertainment with Susie Knight providing a broadway review in the fireside room. The event is free, but donations are welcome that go toward the Hope at Miracle House.

For more information contact Sharon Kay at 303-907-9592. 306 Park Avenue, Fort Lupton.

Fort Lupton Fire Department salutes Re-8 superintendent

The Fort Lupton Fire Department chose Weld Re-8 Superintendent Alan Kaylor to receive the department’s Community Partnership Award.

A statement on Facebook said “Kaylor work’s tirelessly for the community and the kids that attend school in Fort Lupton. His efforts and passion for his job truly defines his community partnership.”

CADA honors Browne

The Colorado Athletic Directors Association named Weld Re-8 board of education President Susan Browne as its school board member of the year.

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operate a meter and other equip-

She and other award-winners will be honored at a luncheon in Breckenridge May 1.

Easter egg hunt

The annual Easter egg hunt takes place at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 8, at Community Park outside the Fort Lupton Recreation Center, 203 S. Harrison Ave.

The traditional event also includes fresh coffee for the adults and fun for the kids.

Hunting areas are set off by age .. up to 3 years, 4- to 8-year-olds and 9- to 12-year-olds. Ten gold prize eggs will be in each of the hunting areas. There will be an opportunity for pictures with the Easter bunny, too.

Visit https://fortluptonco. gov/857/Easter-Egg-Hunt.

Great Plains Field of Honor

Pearson Park, U.S. Highway 85 and state Highway 52, will be the scene of a four-day display of the Great Plains Field of Honor. It runs from April 26 through April 29.

It honors veterans, and first responders, including those in public safety, fire and EMS. Dedicate a flag, make a donation or become a sponsor at: https://www.healingfield.org/event/fortluptonco23/.

ment on the easement and to let Metro construct and maintain a so-called “force main” connection. ose pipelines convey wastewater from the discharge side of a pump to a discharge point, according to

Cinco de Mayo 5K is year’s Cinco de Mayo 5K run will be at 4:30 p.m. Friday, May 5, at Railroad Park, across the street from the Fort Lupton Recreation Center, 203 S. Harrison Ave.

Live music and prizes are part of the agenda as well. Visit https:// fortluptonco.gov/775/Cinco-deMayo-5K.

ONGOING

Committee openings

e city of Fort Lupton has openings on several citywide committees. Visit https://www. fortluptonco.gov/966/I-Want-ToApply-for-a-Committee

“ target=”_blank”> Splash pad

e city of Fort Lupton is searching for comments about and sponsorships for a new splash pad.

Sponsor funds will be used for the splash park and amenities. Call 303857-6694

Donation time

e Fort Lupton Food & Clothing Bank is asking for donations of canned fruits and nuts, varieties of dry pasta and pasta dinners, peanut butter and canned meat such as tuna (including the pouches).

Other potential donations could

google.com.

Veterans’ Day e city’s Field of Dream program to honor service veterans will be in late April. Mayor Zo Hubbard said

include chicken, Vienna sausages, spam and salmon. e bank also needs personal items, such as toiletries and baby needs.

Drop o donations at the food and clothing bank’s back door, 421 Denver Ave., weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Call 303-857-1096.

Walk with a doc

Platte Valley Medical Center’s cardiac rehab team and Walk With A Doc will host monthly walks with Dr. Christopher Cannon, an interventional cardiologist at Brighton Heart and Vascular Institute. is is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. After a few minutes to learn about a current health topic from the doctor, spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk and fun talk.

Blessings in a Bag

Fort Lupton’s Backpack Program helps school children in need with a backpack of healthy food. It’s an allvolunteer program and is in need of volunteers. If interested in volunteering or donating, call 303-7184440. Mail donations to Blessings in a Bag, 306 Park Ave., Fort Lupton 80621.

the change was the result of normal weather patterns in mid-November. More information is available at cromano@fortluptonco.gov, at mayor@ fortluptonco.gov or by calling 720928-4071.

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FORT LUPTON POLICE BLOTTER

Feb. 25

Police arrested a Denver man, 42, on a Department of Corrections warrant for a parole violation on a weapons charge in the 200 block of Second Street. He was held on bond at the Weld County Jail.

Feb. 26

A Fort Lupton woman, 32, was arrested for DUI, possession of drug paraphernalia, child abuse, and reckless endangerment at U.S. Highway & Weld County Road 22.5. She was held on bond at the Weld County Jail.

A Denver man, 23, was issued a summons for a license plate violation at Denver Avenue & Ninth Street.

Feb. 27

Police issued a summons to a Fort Lupton man,

61, for driving while license is suspended at U.S. Highway 85 & Weld County Road 14.5.

A Fort Lupton man, 63, reported his license plates stolen in the 200 block of Harrison Avenue.  e case was under investigation.

Police arrested a Fort Lupton woman, 33, at Weld County Road 31 & Weld County Road 16 on a Commerce City warrant for failure to appear on a theft charge. She was held on bond at the Weld County Jail.

Feb. 28

A Minnesota man, 31, was issued a summons at U.S. Highway 85 & Mile Marker 242 for causing a careless driving accident and having no proof of insurance.

Police arrested a Greeley man, 18, in the 1300 block of South Denver Avenue on a Greeley PD warrant for failure to appear on a code violation. He was held on bond at the Weld County Jail.

March 1

Police tooka Fort Lupton man, 28, into custody in the 600 block of 14th Street on a Boulder County warrant on a narcotics charge. He was held on bond at the Weld County Jail.

An Aurora man,46, was arrested in the 400 block

Wednesdays or Tuesdays and ursdays. Call 303-857-4200.

Fort Lupton senior lunches

e Fort Lupton Recreation Center o ers dropin child care from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Mondays and

Senior lunches are available at noon Mondays at the Fort Lupton Recreation Center, 203 S. Harrison Ave. Sign up by noon the previous ursday. Call 303-857-4200, ext. 6166.

of Harrison Avenue on an Aurora warrant for failure to appear on an assault charge. He was held on bond at the Weld County Jail.

March 2

A Fort Lupton woman, 19, was issued a summons at Weld County Road 31 and Weld County 16 for DUI, speeding, no license and underage alcohol consumption.

Police issued a summons to a Fort Lupton 17-year-old male for causing a tra c accident and failing to yield at a right-a-way in the 600 block of First Street.

March 3

A Fort Lupton man, 32, was issued a summons on an animal complaint for a dog running at large and creating danger in the 800 block of Harrison Avenue.

A Brighton 18-year-old female was issued a summons during a tra c stop for a minor in possession of marijuana and paraphernalia at U.S. Highway 85 & Mile Marker 239.

A Fort Lupton 19-year-old male was issued a summons at U.S. Highway 85 & mile marker 239 for DUI, no insurance, underage consumption of marijuana and speeding.

Fort Lupton’s weekly co ee group sessions are at 8 a.m. Wednesdays. Call 303-857-4200.

Silver Sneaker Yoga is available Fridays from 9 to 9:45 a.m. and from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the Fort Lupton recreation Center, 203 S. Harrison Ave.

Helping Your 24-Hour Phone Lines 303-654-0112

Brighton: 75 S. 13th Avenue

Obituaries, Arrangements and Resources Online at taborfuneralhome.com

Here are the police reports for Feb. 25 to Mar. 3 to the Fort Lupton Police Department. Not every call made to the police is not listed on this report.

Courage, discretion and making a choice

Discretion is the better part of valor,” “Caution is preferrable to rash bravery,” and “ e better part of valor is discretion, in the which better part I have saved my life.”

- All attributed to William Shakespeare

e father and son were skiing together and had decided to head into a tight tree run. e son being in his late teens, and still somewhat made out of rubber, encouraged his dad, who had just turned 51 into joining him on the run. As they picked their way across the top of the run looking for the best entry point, the son without warning dropped into a powder stash and was quickly on his way down the mountain.

e dad stood there on his skis looking for his own entry point down. e longer he stood there, the more nervous he became, and the more nervous he became, the more his muscles tensed and froze. With no way back out, he remembered something he had heard in his life, “God hates a coward.” He wasn’t sure where he had heard it, but the timing was right as it was all the persuasion he needed as

he pointed his tips over the ledge and took o down the mountain after his son.

Happy to report that both father and son were reunited safely at the bottom.

I share that story as one recently shared with me because not too long ago I happened to be playing golf with a couple of customers. One of the guys in our group kept nding himself in trouble, meaning always hitting out of the woods or over water, playing a bit of rescue golf all day. I was standing next to him as he was trying to line up a shot around a tree. He kept walking around trying to decide to just punch the ball out or go for the risky shot that called for an intentional draw around the tree. He looked over at me and said, “God hates a coward,” and swung away.

Happy to report that although his ball did not nd the green, it ended up

just a few yards short. It was a magnicent shot.

We have all been faced with moments of decision on when we should choose discretion over rash bravery, and hopefully we have all decided in those most critical decision points of life that indeed discretion was the better part of valor. Making a bad decision could end up in serious injury. Making a bad decision in golf will just usually end up with several lost balls and a very bad score. But decisions when it comes to family, health, nances, careers and other key areas of life require us to use judgment and discernment before rushing into something that could cause us much greater harm than good.

Is it always the case? No, sometimes those quick or rash decisions work out. I have had a few of those over the years where my instincts took over and I went with my gut, meeting with tremendous success. However, I can share with you that I have also made many bad decisions to take an immediate action, being brave or courageous at the absolute wrong time, and

well, those turned out as you would expect, some injury, heartache, and metaphorically a lot of lost golf balls and high scores in life.

I love this quote from Matt Damon’s character in “We Bought a Zoo”: “You know, sometimes all you need is 20 seconds of insane courage. Just literally 20 seconds of just embarrassing bravery. And I promise you, something great will come of it.”

Using Shakespeare’s quotes to temper enthusiasm in the heat of the moment, with the thought that God hates a coward, and all I need is 20 seconds of insane courage, has helped keep my balance. Do you know when and how to choose wisely? I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail. com, and when we nd that balance between discretion and courage, it really will be a better than good life.

Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.

Turn to urban green areas to fix our water woes

We’ve been told we have to build, build, build!

Build so that we will have enough housing for our projected 2050 population…Build so that we can provide a ordable housing.

Build, Build, Build!

And this is all being done at the expense of nite resources, such as land, lumber, and especially water!

So, apparently, the latest “Solution” is to use cement and asphalt, instead of irrigated lawn and trees to enable even more building and growth!

In the rst place, growth is not always good. For instance, cancer is a growth, but that does not make it good.

We must plan for “sustainable growth” with sustainable technologies, rather than any and all growth and building. One of the most sustainable things we can do is to re-use existing buildings and infrastructure. Many older buildings are constructed of brick or masonry and already have infrastructure such as water pipes, electricity, gas pipes, roads, etc. in place, rather than having to extend all new utilities to buildings proposed of lumber construction.

By the way, lumber-constructed structures are at a far greater risk of re spread and damage than structures made of brick and masonry.

But back to water: Before the midterm elections, Jared Polis and Heidi

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Ganahl were determined to let us know that Colorado has high priority water rights compared to other states and that storage of this water is the solution.

What?

Lake Powell is a water storage project that is running so low that the dam will not be able to function unless we drain water from other sources just to ll it up to bare minimum capacity. So creating a bunch of mini Lake Powells is supposed to be the answer to our water situation? Really?

Water Storage is n ot the solution. In fact, it is really a major part of the problem!

When we pipe water from one slope to the next and let once owing rivers run dry, just to ll “Water Storage Facilities” (dams, etc.) all we are doing is dehydrating our natural landscapes and opening them up to greater re danger along the way. We also cut o drinking sources for plants and wildlife.

I do support one form of water storage; beavers are great at constructing natural dams to create ecosystems that protect forests and other plants from re damage while also creating ponds for sh and other animals who depend on a steady-year-round water supply. e human solution to this dilemma, unfortunately, is to build tall dams

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out of concrete (6% of the planet’s greenhouse gas emissions come from cement production) and dole out the water for human consumption only. We are supposed to relegate our surroundings to xeric (drought-resistant planting) areas, after all, this is the semi-arid southwest and it is not natural to have trees and lawns in the semi-arid southwest, right?

Well, guess what else isn’t natural in the semi-arid Southwest? You guessed it, millions of people living in houses made of imported lumber, driving around in carbon-emitting automobiles on petroleum-based asphalt streets, from stores to schools to work, etc. is is all not natural. Yet, these unnatural scenarios are considered necessary, while the green and cooling spaces - not to mention carbon sequestering spaces -within our new urban landscapes are the things that have to go?

Urban uses for water account for approximately 10-20% in Colorado, with landscaping needs accounting for only about 2% to 4%. e bigger percentage of water use is for agriculture. Raising cattle is a huge source of water depletion, especially when we appropriate large amounts of water to irrigate pasture land- often at the expense and needs of our native animals and environment. In fact, I could take a shower each day for ve months and still not use all the water that it takes to

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“raise” one pound of beef. at’s 1,850 gallons of water!

Personally, I would rather experience the cooling and carbon-sequestering e ects of a limited lawn area and many trees, right here in the city, rather than irrigating remote pastures for cattle or washing down meat-processing plants, further polluting even more of our open waters.

I can enjoy birds, squirrels and urban wildlife in the park or in my yard while eating a protein-packed veggie burger with a low water and carbon footprint rather than staying inside to turn on the air conditioning and eating a beef hamburger! By the way, most air conditioning is fueled by electricity that is generated from fossil fuels. Fracking to extract natural gas, etc requires large amounts of water. So, we are really not “saving water” by getting rid of lawn and shade trees that can shade and cool our environment by up to 20 degrees and exchanging them for the need of even more air conditioning in our homes, anyway!

Karen Kalavity, of Westminster, graduated from the College of Agriculture at CSU with a bachelor’s degree in Landscape Horticulture in 1980. Professionally, she has designed/prepared site plans and landscape plans for many large-scale commercial and residential developments within Colorado and other regions.

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Thu 3/16

2023 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament AllSession @ 11:59pm

Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Circle, Denver

John Brewster Music: Front Range Brewing (Solo) @ 6pm Front Range Brewing Company, 400 W South Boulder Rd #1650, Lafayette

Birthday Celebration (Mar) @ 7pm

Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, 6060 E. Parkway Dr., Commerce City. 303-2893760

Fri 3/17

Breakfast Burrito Bingo 3/17 @ 3pm Bison Ridge Recreation Center, 13905 E. 112th Avenue, Commerce City. 303-2893760

Denver Of�cial St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl @ 5pm / $9.99

Pour House on Market + Various Venues, 1410 Market Street, Denver. info@pub crawls.com

Teens: iFLY Denver @ 5:30pm

Fort Lupton Community / Recreation Cen‐ter, 203 S. Harrison Avenue, Fort Lupton. 303-857-4200

SCFD Free Event: Mariachi Sol de mi Tierra @ 7:30pm / Free-Free Center for Musical Arts, 200 East Baseline Road, Lafayette

Littleton Museum (3/21) @ 4pm

Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, 6060 E. Parkway Dr., Commerce City. 303-2893760

Gerald Clayton @ 8pm

Ophelia's Electric Soapbox, 1215 20th St, Denver

Caracara @ 8pm

Globe Hall, 4483 Logan St, Denver

Wed 3/22

Anavrin's Day: St Patrick's Day @ Hoffbrau! @ 9pm Hoffbrau, 9110 Wadsworth Pkwy, Westminster

Junior Jam @ 12am Mar 18th - Mar 17th

Bison Ridge Recreation Center, 13905 E. 112th Avenue, Commerce City. 303-2893760

The Family Jones: Gin & Syrups Brunch @ 11am 9490 Co Rd 25, Fort Lupton, CO 80621, USA, Brighton

Adventure Explorers: Fly High Series @ 2pm

Mar 22nd - Mar 23rd

Bison Ridge Recreation Center, 13905 E. 112th Avenue, Commerce City. 303-2893760

Lifeguard Class (Spring Break) @ 4pm

Mar 19th - Mar 24th

Fort Lupton Recreation & Parks De‐partment, 203 S Harrison, Fort Lupton. 303-857-4200

Mon 3/20

Standley Lake Bird Walk @ 8am

Standley Lake Regional Park, 8600 Simms Street, Westminster. prl@ cityofwestminster.us, 303-6582794

Divine Torture: The Super Spectacular Superhero Birfday Super Showdown @ 7pm Trailside Saloon, 10360 Colorado Blvd, Thornton

Tiny Mule Music performs @ 9:30am

Anythink Brighton, 327 East Bridge Street, Brighton. rbowman @anythinklibraries.org, 303-4053230

Oh Snap! Photography @ 3pm

Mar 20th - Mar 22nd

Bison Ridge Recreation Center, 13905 E. 112th Avenue, Commerce City. 303-2893760

Tue 3/21

Colorado Rapids vs. Minnesota United FC @ 7:30pm / $20-$999

DICK'S Sporting Goods Park, 6000 Victory Way, Commerce City

Sat 3/18 Sun 3/19

Teen Try 'N Escape - Galactic Getaway @ 12:30am

Mar 19th - Mar 18th

Bison Ridge Recreation Center, 13905 E. 112th Avenue, Commerce City. 303-2893760

Bubble week at Anythink Wright Farms @ 9am

Anythink Wright Farms, 5877 East 120th Avenue, Thornton. mhibben @anythinklibraries.org, 303-4053200

Colorado Avalanche vs. Pittsburgh Penguins @ 6pm / $89-$999

Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Circle, Denver Nature Exploration @ 10:30pm

Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, 6060 E. Parkway Dr., Commerce City. 303-2893760

Thu 3/23

National Science Foundation Ice Core Facility @ 2:45pm

Fort Lupton Recreation & Parks De‐partment, 203 S Harrison, Fort Lupton. 303-857-4200

Failure is an option: Embroi‐dered Temari egg workshop @ 5pm

Anythink Wright Farms, 5877 East 120th Avenue, Thornton. mhibben @anythinklibraries.org, 303-4053200

National Tamale Day @ 5pm

Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, 6060 E. Parkway Dr., Commerce City. 303-2893760

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BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Af ter more than 20 years of collecting pinball machines, Dan Nikolich’s basement had run out of space to store them all. So Nikolich opened the Colorado Pinball Pub in Littleton to share his collection.

“Pinball is a unique thing because it doesn’t matter what your background or walk of life is, pinball will draw you in,” he said. “It’s a great equalizer because it only takes one ball.”

While the concept of offering drinks and games at one location is nothing new, the Denver area is host to a number of unique takes on the Dave and Buster’s business model.

Colorado Pinball Pub is one of the newer additions to the barcade scene, having opened in 2020. The pub offers 22 pinball machines, plus a few classic arcade games like PacMan and Centipede, for unlimited play for $15 per hour.

Nikolich’s love for games started young, when he was growing up in Las Vegas and working for the MGM Arcade, so he was happy to see the recent rise in pinball’s popularity.

“Pinball is having a great resurgence right now. The last few years it’s been really hot,” he said. “We have parents who will bring their kids who have never played pinball and, at night, we get a lot of adults and date nights, stuff like that. All people seem to like pinball.”

Like the pub’s patrons, the pinball machines available range in age and theme, with Nikolich’s oldest machine being from 1981. The walls of the pub also pay homage to the history of the game, including its prohibition from 1940s to the 1970s, with pictures and news clippings.

In addition to pinball, the pub features over 150 kinds of whiskey, craft cocktails and Colorado brewed beer.

Nikolich said the goal is to have something for everyone and to make it approachable, whether that’s pinball or whiskey.

“We want you to come and learn about it and not be intimidated to ask if you don’t know something, we want to teach you, so that you can enjoy something new,” he said.

On the opposite side of the metro area, another

one-of-a-kind barcade is Akihabara, which, while located in Westminster, transports visitors to the Tokyo gaming district that gives the business its name.

Owner Brandon Osha said he was blown away when he had the chance to visit Akihabara and take in its blocks of multi-story arcades.

“The first time I went to Akihabara I knew I wanted to bring that here because it’s amazing,” Osha said.

He did just that by opening Akihabara in 2016.

Similar to Nikolich, Osha grew up with a love of gaming and worked at a local arcade and GameStop. Instead of pinball though, Osha’s games of choice came in arcade cabinets, which he began collecting at age 16.

Currently, Akihabara offers 52 arcade cabinets with around 65 games, but Osha has plans to expand his location with 25 new games and additional space, which he said will be complete this summer.

Osha said the game selection, which includes fighting games, rhythm games and nostalgic classics, definitely sets Akihabara apart.

“You never see this many (arcade cabinets) in one

place,” he said. “We have such a different variety of games that you won’t find anywhere else in Colorado.”

One of the stranger and more rare games Akihabara offers is a Japanese table flipping game called Cho Chabudai, but more well-known games include Third Strike, Monkeyball, Typing of the Dead and Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon. All of the games are $1 or less to play.

Osha said a lot of people come in seeking a specific game that’s hard to find anywhere else, but he encourages visitors to try whatever piques their interest, even if they can’t necessarily read the Japanese instructions.

“I think it’s a lot of games that people have never seen, but they might find something that they like,” he said. “Plus, it’s usually only three buttons and a joystick, so they’re not too hard to learn.”

Akihabara’s focus on Japanese culture carries over into the bar offerings, which include Japanese beers and cocktails made with Japanese liquor, as well as a variety of packaged snacks and ramen options.

Overall, Osha said he tries to provide a space that’s both niche and for everyone, describing the Akihabara crowd as a welcoming hodgepodge.

“If you’re looking to find a friend, you’ll find one around here somewhere,” he said.

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Akihabara owner Brandon Osha plays a fighting game at the barcade on Feb. 23. Located in Westminster, Akihabara o ers Japanese inspired games and drinks, with a unique selection of arcade cabinets.

PHOTOS BY MCKENNA HARFORD

Sheridan Taylor and Austin Brown play Chunithm, a rhythm game, at Akihabara on Feb. 23.

PHOTO BY MCKENNA HARFORD

Summer Camps & Programs 2023

COUNTY AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Arapahoe County Libraries

Locations: Multiple locations in Arapahoe County

Website: arapahoelibraries.org

Details: Each year, Arapahoe libraries hosts a variety of reading events and gatherings to help fill the summer hours.

Arvada summer camps program

Location: 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada

Website: www.arvadacenter.org/ education/summer-camps

Details: This summer, the Arvada center is offering a variety of half day camps and full-day camps — including prescheduled Awesome Art Packs. Awesome Art Packs are combinations of our most popular summer camps that provide full day activities for students. These camp packages are a creative and convenient way to give your child a multi-disciplinary arts experience this summer.

City of Golden

Locations: See website

Website: www.bit.ly/3Sm6Y1X

Details: Summer camp registration opens Feb. 28 for residents and March 2 for nonresidents. Golden addresses are not all within city limits; some are actually part of unincorporated Jefferson County. Check if your Golden address is within city limits at addresslookup.jeffco.us.

City of Northglenn summer programs

Locations: See website

Website: www.northglenn.org/ rec_and_events/childrens_programs.php

Details: Participants will enjoy their time at the Northglenn Recreation Center swimming two times a week, playing games/ activities in the beautiful gym, going on fi eld trips, having in-house experiences, riding pedal boats at Webster Lake, playing daily at E.B Rains Jr. Memorial Park, plus much more.

City of Thornton – 2023 summer camps

Locations: Varies by camp

Website: www.thorntonco.gov/recreation/ Pages/registration-information.aspx

Details: The annual summer program is already underway with registration for residents beginning on Feb. 1. Nonresidents joined on Feb. 2. From physical activities and sports camps to arts and more — the annual program will continue to register participants.

Clear Creek County Library District

Locations: Multiple locations

Website: www.cccld.org/ programs-and-events

Details: Watch the calendar for summer events and programs being hosted by the Clear Creek County Library District.

Clear Creek Recreation Center

Locations: 98 12th Ave., Idaho Springs

Website: www.clearcreekrecreation.com/ summer-camp-1.html

Details: The Clear Creek rec center offers a

variety of camp options this summer. With all of the camp options, parents are able to pick day by day. Children are not required to attend the full week of camp.

Commerce City Parks & Recreation

Locations: Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, 6060 E. Parkway Drive, Commerce City

Website: www.recreation.c3gov.com/ classes-programs/camps

Details: Youth Camp Venture is a traditional camp for children ages 6 to 10 and offers arts and crafts, STEM, active play, swimming and field trips. Camp takes place primarily outside at Eagle Pointe Rec Center. Adventure Trek is an outdoor adventure program that provides a new experience every day. Those ages 11 to 15 travel offsite for hiking, survival skills training, water activities and nature-based programming.

Douglas County Libraries

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Website: www.dcl.org/camp-dcl

Details: Choose from weeklong half-day camps at six DCL locations or full-day camps at select locations from June 5 through Aug. 4. Camps are facilitated by subject matter experts and supported by trained staff and volunteers. Camp themes include science, robotics, creative arts, LEGOs, cooking and baking, with each camp geared to a specific age range.

Englewood – 2023 KidConnections

Summer Camp

Locations: See website

Website: www.bit.ly/3YRWCcC

Details: The program is a fully licensed day care by the State of Colorado, Department of Human Services for children 5 years old (and completed kindergarten) through 14 years old. There is a registration fee of $10 per child.

Evergreen Park & Recreation District

Locations: Variety of locations

Website: www.evergreenrecreation. com/201/Camps

Details: The annual programs provide options for kids starting at 3 years old.

Foothills Parks & Recreation District

Location: 6612 S. Ward St., Littleton

Website: www.ifoothills.org/ school-care-camps/#camps

Details: Details will be posted online for the 2023 summer program in March.

Highlands Ranch Community Association

Locations: Recreation centers throughout the community

Website: www.hrcaonline.org/ classes-camps-activities/camps

Details: Every year, the Highlands Ranch Community Association works to provide something for everyone in its summer camp program. For children into sports, there are plenty of athletic camps available. For those looking to improve in art, arts and education programs are plentiful.

Jefferson County Library

Locations: Events in Lakewood, Arvada, Golden, Evergreen, Edgewater, Wheat Ridge and more

Website: www.jeffcolibrary.org

Details: With summer coming, the Jefferson County Library system is already holding information sessions and planning events, such as the Cosmic Conversations: Telescope Highlights of the Midnight Sky in June.

Town of Castle Rock Summer Camp

Program

Locations: Vary based on camp

Website: www.crgov.com/3270/

Summer-Camps

Details: From sports camps to jedi training and science and arts — the Town of Castle Rock prevents a full slate of summer camp programs in 2023. Visit the town’s website to learn more about ages, prices and details.

Town of Parker/Parker Fieldhouse

Location: 18700 Plaza Drive, Parker Website:  www.parkerrec.com/2029/

Summer-Day-Camp

Details: Ages 5 to 13 can join this camp for themed games, activities, crafts and a ton of fun at the Parker Fieldhouse. Campers will be separated into age groups 5 to 6 years, 7 to 9 years, and 10 to 13 years. Expect swimming days and field trips too.

Wheat Ridge Parks & Recreation

Location: 4355 Field St., Wheat Ridge Website: www.rootedinfun.com/191

/Sun-Camp

Details: Wheat Ridge Sun Camp is a state-licensed day camp for children ages 6 to 13; offered during Jefferson County Public Schools’ spring, summer and winter breaks.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

The Giggling Life Care Farm

Location: 14583 Cherry St., Thornton Website: www.thegigglinglife.com/ summer-farm-fun

Details: If your kids love animals you need to check out The Giggling Life Care Farm in Thornton for summer activities. The Giggling Life Care Farm is special for a lot of reasons, but the most important one is Kristi — the owner. She has a BS in psychology and a master’s in education, has studied life coaching for the last eight years, and is certified in Equine Assisted Coaching and Pet Therapy.

Highlands Ranch — Camp Backcountry

Location:  6005 Ron King Trail, Littleton Website: www.hrcaonline.org/ classes-camps-activities/camps/ camp-backcountry

Details: Nestled into 8,200 acres of wildlife conservation property just south of C-470 on Santa Fe Drive, Camp Backcountry is the spot for a build-a-fort, hikejust-to-explore, and don’t-forget-yourbinoculars kind of summer for your kids. The Backcountry believes that children learn, grow, and thrive best when outdoors and immersed in nature. Our week-long, full-day outdoor camps support the needs of children by using a whole-child, experiential learning approach. From minicamps to leaders-in-training programs, the camps are for ages 5-17.

Great Outdoors Summer Camp Location: Miller Activity Complex

1375 W. Plum Creek Pkwy, Castle Rock Website: www.crgov.com/3270/ Summer-Camps

Details: This regional park includes the Miller Activity Complex (MAC), Millhouse, Amphitheater, Challenge Hill, ziplines, Adventure Tower, Sky Trek, and adventure playground area as well as over ten miles of hiking and biking trails.  For ages 10-15.

Chatfield Stables Horse Camps Location: 11500 N. Roxborough Park Road, Littleton Website: www.chatfieldstables.com/ horse-camps.html

Details: Chatfield Stables is the longestrunning horse camp in the area. Every child has their own horse for the entire week. Kids get to lead, feed, water and work with their horses every day. Campers learn horse care, including grooming and bridling. They water and feed their horses, learn to groom them, and take care of

them at the end of the day. We ride daily, whether in the arena or on the trail.

Community Sailing of Colorado

Locations: 4800 S. Dayton St., Greenwood Village

Website: www.communitysailing.org

Details: Community Sailing of Colorado provides premier sailing programs (summer camps, adult classes, adaptive sailing, and community partnership events) at Cherry Creek and Boulder reservoirs. The weeklong summer camps range from beginner through advanced sailing for youth ages 5-17. It’s a perfect fit for any adventurous spirit who loves the outdoors.

YMCA SUMMER PROGRAMS

At the YMCA of Metro Denver, our youth development philosophy is grounded in 150 years of lifting up kids and helping them reach their full potential. It’s a philosophy centered on two critical factors: creating a unique sense of belonging and always incorporating the pure fun and joy of childhood.

Camps include adventure camps, sports programs, art that focuses on ceramics, painting, drawing, digital media and more. To find camps in local communities, visit the website at www.bit.ly/3Kg6GYM.

Summer camp programs are available in the following Denver metro cities:

• Arvada

• Aurora

• Broomfield

• Centennial

• Commerce City

• Denver

• Golden

• Lakewood

• Littleton

• Thornton

• Wheat Ridge

MAD SCIENTISTS

Kookalooz Space Playground: STEM

Summer Camp

Locations:

6805 W. 88th Ave., Westminster

Website: www.kookalooz.com/ westminster-co/summer-camps

Details: 5 different camps from the basics of space to engineering. Each camp is one week long. For ages 5-10.

Colorado Adventure Point

Location: 10455 W. 6th Ave., Suite 150, Lakewood

Website: www.coloradoadventurepoint.org

Details: CAP’s STEM Camp isn’t your typical science camp. Our campers get to experiment with chemistry, physics and engineering through a variety of materials, experiments and challenges to meet their curiosities and skill level in our challenge by choice model. In addition to building engineering models and friendships, the campers get to enjoy our climbing wall, archery range and more — and learn the science behind these fun activities. Camps are available for ages 6-12.

Butterfly Pavilion

Location: 6252 W. 104th Ave., Westminster

Website: www.butterflies.org

Details: Starting June 5 and running through Aug. 11, the Butterfly Pavilion hosts all the creepy crawlies and your children at camp. There are five themes, which repeat once and include spider

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Mad Science

Locations: Multiple locations in the Denver metro area, including the Littleton area, Denver and Broomfield

Website: www.colorado.madscience.org

Details: These camps are designed for ages 6 to 12, though sessions such as Red-Hot Robots and Advanced Robotics camps are more appropriate for ages 8 to 12. Instructors are mostly college students pursuing degrees in education or science and teachers off for the summer. Themes include chemistry, space science, forensics, engineering and more. Each camp is weeklong, though times can vary.

Air & Space Camp

Location: Wings Over the Rockies

7711 E. Academy Blvd., Denver

Website: www.wingsmuseum.org/ education/camp

Details: Ready for an aerospace adventure?

At Wings Over the Rockies that’s exactly what kids ages 8 to 14 can expect in these week-long camps. The fun starts June 5 and goes on until Aug. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

EMERGING ARTISTS

Center for the Arts: Summer in Color

Location: 31880 Rocky Village Dr., Evergreen

Website: www.evergreenarts.org/ summercamp

Details: Camps explore various media, from clay sculpting and wheel throwing, to pop art and mural painting, to the art of different cultures and the art of the masters. Several of our camps also incorporate outdoor components, including hikes, yoga, and opportunities for photography and eco-art projects. Let kids explore their creative side with imaginative and inspiring camps at CAE this summer. For ages 5-17.

Denver Art Museum

Location: 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver

Website: www.denverartmuseum.org/en/ summer-camps

Details: The camps at the Denver Art Museum get broken into three age groups: 5 to 6, 7 to 8, and 9 to 11. Overall, the themes remain the same — there are camps about art in nature, how to draw, learning about color and sculpture. Each camp runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and includes plenty of time in the museum to garner inspiration.

Craftsman & Apprentice

Location: 1335 E 22nd Ave., Denver

Website: www.craftsmanandapprentice.com/ pages/summer-2023

Details: Ages 5 to 11 can spend the summer creating worlds out of cardboard, paint, hot glue, ribbons, corks, buttons and more at this Denver kids’ crafting studio. Themes include toys, crafty critters, fiber arts and more.

ON THE STAGE

The Apollo Center Summer Camps

Location: 2655 Industrial Lane, Broomfield

Website: www.theapollocenter.com/ summercamps

Details: The Apollo Center offers a variety of skill-based camps for kids and adults alike. Aerial Performance Camps for kids ages 5-17 years focus on learning aerial technique and choreography throughout the week which will culminate with a camp performance based on the camp theme.

Front Range Theatre Company Triple Threat Summer Camp

Locations: 15035 Performing Arts School, Parker

Website: www.frontrangetheatre.org/ triple-threat-summer-camp.html

Details: Working with professional instructors with years of experience, your child will learn the three major elements of any stage performer: Voice, Dance and Acting. The camps are designed to challenge performers in the entire range of life in the theatre, including a live performance in a mainstage venue!

Audience of One Youth Theatre Camp

Location: Highlands Ranch

Website: www.AO1Theater.org

Details: Whether a student is looking to try out theater for the first time, polish skills or have fun with friends, the AO1 has one-totwo-week camps can work in the summer schedule. AO1’s summer programming includes kids’ productions for ages 5-12, workshops for ages 8-18, and a two-week intensive program for teenagers.

The Arvada Center

Location: 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada

Website: www.arvadacenter.org

Details: If your kid is 5 to 12 and loves a bit of drama and/or art, the Arvada Center has a slew of full- and half-day camps available. The best and most economic way to sign up for camp is to do it in three- or four-week blocks, and the venue offers combinations of visual art, musical theater, drama and music.

Kent Denver Performing Arts Camps

Location: 4000 E. Quincy Ave., Englewood

Website: www.KentDenver.org

Details: Summer at Kent Denver School offers all children ages 4–18 the opportunity to experience innovative, creative, handson learning in the arts, athletics, our Tiny Farm Day Camp, academics, innovation and technology.

St. Lukes Performing Arts Camps

Location:  8817 S. Broadway, Highlands Ranch

Website: www.StLukesPAA.org

Details: From preschool age to high school students there are a large variety of summer camp shows planned in Highlands Ranch and Castle Rock areas. Registration is now open.

Castle Rock Dance Academy

Locations: 140 S. Wilcox St. Suite A, Castle Rock

Website: www.castlerockdanceacademy. com

self-discipline are taught, and students learn skills they can carry with them through life. The program offers weekly dance classes in five-week sessions for ages 3–18.

LET’S GET PHYSICAL

Details: At Castle Rock Dance Academy (CRDA), best friends are made, etiquette and

Bowlero

Locations: Multiple locations in Cherry Creek, Littleton and Lone Tree Website: www.bowlero.com

Details: Fun for all skill levels, Bowlero’s modern spin on bowling is the perfect way to spend quality time with the kids. Celebrate every strike, spare and yes, even gutter balls, with the most famous lanes in the game and a delicious menu of classic American eats.

Golden Goal Sports Complex

Location: 2650 Alkire St., Golden Website: www.goldengoalsc.com/ summer-soccer-camps

Details: Golden Goal offers spring break camps and summer camps for all ages from under 5 to high school.

Camp Urbie at Urban Air Adventure Park

Location: 15400 E. Briarwood Circle, Aurora

Website: www.bit.ly/3IuCQOO

Details: Let ‘em Fly for a whole week of play, in-park activities, snacks and more. Camp Urbie’s Adventure Camp is the best way to beat the summer heat and play in the best indoor playground in town. The weeklong camp is open to kids 7 years and up.

Gold Medal Athletic Camp

Location: Castle Rock Recreation Center

Website: www.crgov.com/2628/Camps

Details: Athletes will participate in small- and large-group instruction, drills and games or scrimmages. We welcome beginner athletes to learn how to use proper mechanics and fundamentals of the sport and intermediate or advanced athletes who want to continue to grow their motor skills and skill in the sport. For ages 7-12.

Tigar Gymnastics Camps

Location: 4860 Van Gordon St. Unit B, Wheat Ridge

Website: www.tigargymnastics.com

Details: A variety of programs at a variety of ages is available at the gymnastics center, including ninja classes and programs for older ages.

RMF Soccer Camp

Location: Aurora Sports Park 19300 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora

Website: www.rmfsoccercampsusa.com/ soccer-camp-denver

Details: From July 17 to July 21, this prorun soccer camp will come to Colorado. It’s run by experienced Spanish UEFA coaches, and goes from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Kids from 6 to 16 can sign up.

Aerial Cirque Over Denver

Location: 4605 Quebec St., Denver.

Website: www.aerialcirqueoverdenver.com

Details: If your child is thinking of joining the circus, or just wants to bend, twist and soar through the air, this is the camp for them. Dates run from May 29 through August 14, and include morning and afternoon camps (9:30 a.m. to noon and 12:30 to 3 p.m.) for ages 6 to 16.

LET’S GET MUSICAL

Maestro Music Institute

Location: 6478 Ward Road, Arvada

Website: www.maestromusicinstitute. com/2023-instrumental-summer-camp

Details: Instrumental Summer Camp is back this year covering a myriad of ensemble opportunities. We will be offering Rock Band, Orchestra, Choir/Theater, Piano ensemble and composition. Summer campers will have the opportunity to learn new instruments in addition to honing their skills on their primary instrument. Students will work in large and small ensemble groups and perform a variety of music at the end of the week.

Kidzrock Rock Band Camp

Location: 2842 S. Broadway, Englewood

Website: www.musicallifedenver.com/ summercamp

Cost: $319

Details: Rock Band Summer Camp teaches children ages 4 to 7 how to play in a rock band. Campers learn to play drums, electric guitar, keyboard and sing. On the final day, campers perform a short (adorable) concert for parents and family. In addition to rock band time, students get to make music-related arts and crafts, create a fantasy band identity, and play outdoor games at the park next to the school. No prior musical experience is required. No investment in gear is required.

OVERNIGHT CAMPS

Avid 4 Adventure

Locations: Various spots

Website: www.avid4.com/ summer-camps

Details: For two weeks kids get to bask in nature, away from their parent, at either Camp Windy Peak near Bailey, or Camp Blue Sky near Evergreen. The kids sleep in cabins and build their skill sets in nature and with outdoor sport activities.

Cheley Colorado Camps

Location: Cheley Colorado Camps 3960 Fish Creek Road, Estes Park. Website: www.cheley.com

Details: If your kid is 9 to 17, send them off to a 27-day overnight camp in Estes Park. Full term is June 13 to August 6, or chose a half term from June 13 to July 9, or July 11 to Aug. 6. Activities include horseback riding, water sports, art and plenty of outdoor adventure.

Camp Granite Lake

Locations: 11902 Camp Eden Road, Golden

Website: www.campgranitelake.com

Details: Located in the mountains about an hour from Denver, the camp covers 135 acres including a private lake. It’s a co-ed camp for grades second to ninth. Choose from two sessions, either June 19 through July 8, or July 10 through July 29. There are also minicamp options for grades 1st through 4th, covering the week of July 31 or Aug. 7.

Advocates want to send schools a message: It is not OK to hit kids

BY JASON GONZALES CHALKBEAT COLORADO

Colorado would ban corporal punishment by schools and day care centers, if a bill proposed by two Democratic legislators becomes law.

e state is one of 22 states that allows corporal punishment in education.

It’s not clear how often it’s used —the state doesn’t collect that data and federal student discipline records show no Colorado cases —but advocates for children with disabilities say they hear from parents who see bruises on their children’s arms, legs, and even faces.

e bill to ban it has the support of disability and mental health advocacy groups that want the state to send a clear message that it’s never OK to hit a child.

“Most people are surprised we still allow it,” said state Sen. Rhonda Fields, an Aurora Democrat who is co-sponsoring the bill. “It’s not the right message we want to send to administrators and schools.”

e bill is also sponsored by state Rep. Regina English, a Colorado Springs Democrat.

House Bill 1191 would prohibit an employee or volunteer from using corporal punishment on a child in a public school, a state-licensed child care center, a family child care home, or a specialized group facility.

e bill de nes corporal punishment as “the willful in iction of, or willfully causing the in iction of, physical pain on a child.”

e bill would require school districts and the Department of Early Childhood to prohibit the practice.

Colorado doesn’t collect data on corporal punishment, according to the Colorado Department of Education. e federal O ce for Civil Rights didn’t record any complaints from Colorado about corporal punishment of students in 2017-18, the most recent data available.

Nationwide, the O ce for Civil Rights reports boys are about four times as likely as girls are to be punished with corporal punishment. Black students also receive corporal punishment at twice the rate of their peers. e majority of corporal punishment reports come from Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Texas, according to the federal o ce.

Emily Harvey, Disability Law Center attorney team leader, said students with disabilities are also at high risk. Her o ce regularly gets calls from parents about physical pain in icted on their child, she said. ose incidents often aren’t investigated, she said.

e bill makes a statement that physically hurting children, espe-

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cially students with disabilities, in Colorado is unacceptable, she said.

e bill “is just one extremely small step towards creating more inclusive and welcoming, and therefore safer, schools in Colorado,” Harvey said.

is is at least the second e ort by Colorado lawmakers to ban corporal punishment. In 2017, a bill cleared the House, but stalled in a Republican-controlled Senate. Republicans didn’t explain their vote.

At the time, sponsors and advocates couldn’t point to a single complaint about corporal punishment used in Colorado schools, a sticking point for some Senate Republicans. Advocates say this year’s bill is backed up by a body of research that physical discipline leads to a greater risk of health risks such as depression, antisocial behavior, and suicide. School corporal punishment also may cause more aggressive behavior or low self-esteem in students.

To address behavior, Colorado schools should strengthen their support for students, said Vincent Atchity, executive director of the advocacy group Mental Health Colorado.

As a good example, he pointed to the I Matter program, which can provide a student six free virtual counseling sessions. He is pushing for the state to provide mental health assessments and referrals for students in sixth and through 12th grade.

Fields said her bill would move Colorado away from violence against students and toward respect, she said.

Allowing school sta to hit students, she said, “is not appropriate when we have a nation and a state that’s dealing with an increase of violence and crime and where kids don’t feel safe in schools.”

Jason Gonzales is a reporter covering higher education and the Colorado legislature. Chalkbeat Colorado partners with Open Campus on higher education coverage. Contact Jason at jgonzales@chalkbeat.org.

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Air Academy too strong for Golden Eagles

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

DENVER – e combination of too much Air Academy muscle inside, 23, second-chance points and 27 points from Corbin Garver was too much for Frederick’s Golden Eagles in the semi nals of the state 5A boys basketball tournament. e Kadets won the March 10 game at the Denver Coliseum 74-59.

Grant Featherstone wound up with 15 points. Max Howery tossed in 12, and Noah Hellem added 10. Luke Justice and Matias Aldana led the Golden Eagles with 17 points.

FHS started strong. e Golden Eagles had a 12-5 lead at one stage of the rst quarter. But Luke Justice tweaked an ankle injury -he sprained it during practice before the elite 8 round -- and things seemed to unravel from there. e Kadets outscored Frederick 23-14 in the second quarter to take over control of the game. “I couldn’t turn. I couldn’t

Familiar face takes over FLHS girls program

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

BROOMFIELD – Not far from where he made a soccer name for himself at Broom eld High School (37 career goals, 28 career assists and a class 4A state title in 2007), Kyle Reddy talked about his latest coaching assignment; heading up the Fort Lupton High School girls soccer program.

“ e girls? ey are something else,” he said. “ ey make me smile. I love these girls.”

Reddy takes over for Archie Suniga, who has temporarily bowed out of all coaching.

into applying. He also talked with one of his players, Jonathan Gonzales.

“When I’m out on the eld with the girls, it’s second nature,” Reddy said. “It’s not a job. It’s a passion. I’m having fun.”

Reddy has coached girls’ teams in the past.

me wrong.”

use my jab step,” Justice said. “When I shot it, I thought it was holding me down.”

“We worked hard,” Aldana said. “It’s tough to lose with someone like him (Justice) not being able to play to his full potential. It was close late in the third quarter. We slacked o on the defense

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“I love the community,” Reddy said. “When I take (state Highway) 52 and see the Fort Lupton sign and see the sign on the baseball eld that says ‘Fort Lupton,’ I’m at home. I’ve had that experience with the boys’ team. It’s where I belong.”

A lobbying e ort by parents of both the boys and girls teams pushed Reddy

“ e only surprise was I didn’t know how they’d react to me,” he said. “I spent this week (the week of Feb. 27) putting names to faces. But I also told the girls the same thing I told the boys – ‘You can behave toward each other one way on the eld. But o the eld, we are still friends.’ We are playing for the same cause, the same community.

“It’s the same with the girls,” Reddy added. “We’re going to have the same mentality. I want everyone to challenge each other. I’m going to play 18 on the varsity team, but I’m ordering 22 jerseys. If I put a kid on the JV roster and she doesn’t think she belongs there, then she can prove

FLHS was 7-8 a year ago and 4-3 in the combined class 3A/4A Colorado League. Reddy is looking for contributions from such players as Lydia Vasquez, Rylee Balcazar (eight goals in 13 games in 2022), Yohana Chavez and freshman Hailey Vanf. e season and home opener, weather permitting, is at 4 p.m. Friday, March 10, against DSST-Byers. Reddy’s assistant coach is Jordan Harges. She played at Peak to Peak School and won a state championship while coaching at Fairview High School. e two met when Reddy asked her to come to play on a coed team. It turned out there wasn’t room for an extra player. Wins and losses are part of the ledger of any season. But Reddy said that’s not the only thing.

“I want to see how we come together collectively,” he said. “I want to see the players succeed. It’s about them. It’s not about me.”

Frederick’s Matias Aldana looks for some room against Air Academy’s Finn Horsfall during the state 5A boys basketball semifinals March 10 at the Denver Coliseum. PHOTO BY STEVE SMITH

Former CHSAA assistant commissioner Borgmann remembered

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

AURORA -- Callie Kryder said the people who attended a celebration of life service for her late father, former Colorado High School Activities assistant commissioner Bert Borgmann, knew him for di erent reasons.

“But I’d like to tell you a few things that he loved that you didn’t know about,” she said March 4 at Smoky Hill United Methodist Church in Aurora. “He loved Rice Krispy treats and Diet Coke. Every time we went somewhere, he’d stop at a gas station, buy a 20-ounce Diet Coke and one of those foot-long Rice Krispy treats.”

retiring in 2021.

His brother, Bruce, was 15 months younger than Borgmann.

“It made us more than brothers,” he said. “We could be sidekicks .. and even friends. ere were times when we didn’t get along, and our parents made us get along.”

Bruce Borgmann’s “issues” were with his brother’s employment at CHSAA. Bruce Borgmann said once people recognized his last name, they started peppering him with complaints about CHSAA, his brother and high school athletics/activities in general.

Borgmann’s son, Logan. “I was raised by my hero. I learned how to break bad news to people, how to best present myself. I paid attention to what he said and how he said it. He never missed a chance to make memories with us. Every place he took us was a chance to learn.”

Bert Borgmann loved cheese-andcracker snacks, books (“He eventually moved to an e-reader. He thought it would save the rainforest,” Kryder said) Southwestern art and wooden spoons.

“He’d get halfway through a sentence, and you’d wonder, ‘and what?’” she said.

“He put me on a team in a scramble golf tournament. He said it was because of my power o the tee,” Logan Borgmann said of his dad. “I found out it was an excuse to spend more time with me. Maya Angelou said people won’t remember what you said but how you made people feel. at was dad. He made kids in the smallest towns feel like celebrities.” e family requests that donations be made to e Gold Crown Foundation or the CHSAA Foundation.

“I’d have to stop them and say, ‘I don’t work at CHSAA,’” Bruce Borgmann said. “I’d say, ‘Call Bert.’ ey never did.”

“He loved his cell phone. He was always on the phone. He was on the phone while having a conversation with you,” Kryder said.

“I couldn’t have had a better partner than Bert,” Bruce Borgmann said.

Bert Borgmann died from complications of hip surgery in January. He spent 33 years at CHSAA before

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e biggest issue for Frederick in the second half – aside from hot shooting by the Kadets (58 percent from the oor in the third quarter) – was the point production from Garver. He scored his 27 points through three quarters, including three from 3-point range.

“When our team can come together, we can get the job done,” Garver said.

“You often don’t meet your heroes.

ey often disappoint you,” said Bert

“If we can trust ourselves to come together, we will get the job done.”

Kryder said her dad also loved e Hallmark Channel, long drives and had a habit of not nishing sentences.

“ at’s what I love about these kids. I don’t know who’s going to score,” said Kadets coach Barry Clark. “But they gure it out by the end.

“I thank God for the time He gave us to have Bert in our lives. And if anyone asks if I’m his brother, I’m damn rebounding. And shots we normally make weren’t falling. We were 2-for-17 from three (3-point area) in the rst half. at hurt us a little bit.”

Frederick, which nished with a mark of 25-2, loses eight seniors – Isaiah Ortega, Micah Wittler, Rylan Cram, Harry Singh, Jacob Lovins, Justice, Soren and Aldana to graduation.

“ e kids battled. ey worked their butts o ,” FHS coach Je Conway said. “We hit a few shots. But Air Academy is a good team. ey shoot the ball well, too. ey killed us o the boards. We worked on blocking and rebounding all week. But we didn’t do a good job.”

Frederick’s Luke Justice has the smallest amount of room to try either a shot or a pass to teammate Jovab Aldana, or avoid the defense of Air Academy’s Ryder Banks. The two teams played in the state 5A basketball semifinals at the Denver Coliseum March 10.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2023-1152

INTRODUCED BY: CLAUD HANES

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT LUPTON, COLORADO, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF THE CITY OF FORT LUPTON, COLORADO, GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2023 AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY ON SECOND AND FINAL READING.

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Residential Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Richard Spurway

4-year Term, Until May 2027

David Jennings

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the The Springs South Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

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The Springs South Metropolitan District

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the The Springs Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

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By: /s/ Dianne Miller

Designated Election Official

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POR MEDIO DEL PRESENTE DOCUMENTO el Bromley Park Distrito Metropolitano No. 2 del Condados del Adams y Weld, Colorado, notifica que al cierre del horario del sexagésimo tercer día antes de la elección no había más candidatos para director que los puestos a ser ocupados, lo cual incluye a los candidatos que están presentando declaraciones juradas de intención para ser candidatos de denominación directa; por consiguiente, la elección a celebrarse el 2 de mayo de 2023, queda por medio del presente cancelada, de conformidad con la Sección 1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

Los siguientes candidatos son declarados electos: Anthony Tucker hasta la próxima elección regular (6 de mayo 2025)

Matthew Lee Mooney hasta la segunda elección regular (4 de mayo 2027)

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TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of Lupton Village Residential Metropolitan District, City of Fort Lupton, County of Weld, State of Colorado (the “District”).

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held Tuesday, May 2, 2023 for the purpose of electing directors to the board. The names of the candidates whose nominations have been certified to the designated election official and that will appear on the ballot are:

Jordan Wipf (2-year term)

Deborah Johanningmeier (2-year term)

Jeana Hughes (4-year term)

Bradly Kaatz (4-year term)

Josef Guetlein (4-year term)

Fred Croci (4-year term)

This election will be conducted as a mail ballot election only – there is no polling place for this election and there will be no drop-off locations for ballots. Ballots will be distributed by U.S. Mail to all active registered electors of the District no earlier than April 10, 2023 and no later than April 17, 2023. The address for application and return of mail ballots is Lupton Village Residential Metropolitan District, c/o Law Office of Michael E. Davis, LLC, 1151 Eagle Drive, Suite 366, Loveland, CO 80537, Attn: D.E.O. Ballots must be received at this location by mail no later than 7:00 p.m. on May 2, 2023 to be counted.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Lupton Village Commercial Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Josef Guetlein

4-year Term, Until May 2027

Fred Croci

4-year Term, Until May 2027

Deborah Johanningmeier

2-year Term, Until May 2025

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Cottonwood Conner Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Robert Eck II

4-year Term, Until May 2027

Donald R. Guerra

4-year Term, Until May 2027

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Designated Election Official Cottonwood Conner Metropolitan District

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Vista Meadows Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S. The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Gene M. Osborne 4-year Term, Until May 2027

By:/s/ Michael E. Davis

Designated Election Official Vista Meadows Metropolitan District

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Cottonwood

Greens Metropolitan District No. 5, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Theodore Joshua Shipman

4-year Term, Until May 2027

Jason VonLembke 4-year Term, Until May 2027

By: /s/ Michael E. Davis

Designated Election Official Cottonwood Greens Metropolitan District No. 5

Legal Notice No. FLP817

First Publication: March 16, 2023

Last Publication: March 16, 2023

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

Public Notice

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION BY THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Bromley Park Metropolitan District No. 2, Adams and Weld Counties, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023, is hereby canceled pursuant to Section 1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates are declared elected:

Anthony Tucker until the next regular election (May 6, 2025)

Matthew Lee Mooney until the second regular election (May 4, 2027)

Douglas G. Hamilton until the second regular election (May 4, 2027)

Joshua Cole Rollins until the second regular election (May 4, 2027)

DATED: March 2, 2023

/s/ Lisa Jacoby

Designated Election Official for the Bromley Park Metropolitan District No. 2

c/o McGeady Becher P.C.

450 E. 17th Avenue, Suite 400 Denver, Colorado 80203-1254

Phone: 303-592-4380

Legal Notice No. FLP828

First Publication: March 16, 2023

Last Publication: March 16, 2023

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

Public Notice

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION BY THE DESIG-

NATED ELECTION OFFICIAL COTTONWOOD

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Cottonwood Greens Metropolitan District No. 2, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Robert Eck II 4-year Term, Until May 2027

By:/s/ Michael E. Davis Designated Election Official Cottonwood Greens Metropolitan District No. 2 Legal Notice No. FLP816

First Publication: March 16, 2023 Last Publication: March 16, 2023 Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Public Noce

§1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Dacono Estates Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S. No self-nomination and acceptance form nor affidavit of intent to be write-in candidates were filed; therefore, no candidates are declared elected by acclamation and offices to be filled at the May 2, 2023 election shall be vacant.

By: /s/ Dianne Miller

Designated Election Official

Legal Notice No. FLP825

First Publication: March 16, 2023

Last Publication: March 16, 2023

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

Public Notice

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION BY THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL COTTONWOOD TOWNHOMES METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

§1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Cottonwood Townhomes Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Donald R. Guerra

4-year Term, Until May 2027

Eleanor T. Righeimer

4-year Term, Until May 2027

Kacy Flemons

2-year Term, Until May 2025

By:/s/ Michael E. Davis

Designated Election Official Cottonwood Townhomes Metropolitan District

Legal Notice No. FLP822

First Publication: March 16, 2023

Last Publication: March 16, 2023

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

Public Notice

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION BY THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL COTTONWOOD THERMO METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

§1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Cottonwood

Thermo Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Robert Eck II

4-year Term, Until May 2027

Donald R. Guerra

4-year Term, Until May 2027

By:/s/ Michael E. Davis

Designated Election Official Cottonwood Thermo Metropolitan District

Legal Notice No. FLP818

First Publication: March 16, 2023

Last Publication: March 16, 2023

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Public Notice

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION BY THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL MURATA FARMS COMMERCIAL METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

§1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Murata Farms

Commercial Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

Richard Spurway 4-year Term, Until May 2027

By:/s/ Michael E. Davis

Designated Election Official Murata Farms Commercial Metropolitan District

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION BY THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL STONERIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

§1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Stoneridge Metropolitan District, Weld County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third (63rd) day before the election there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled at the election, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled pursuant to §1-13.5-513, C.R.S.

The following candidates for director are declared elected by acclamation:

George DelGrosso 4-year, Term, Until 2027

Michael Rhoda 4-year, Term, Until 2027

By: /s/ Dianne Miller

Designated Election Official Stoneridge Metropolitan District

Legal Notice No. FLP831

First Publication: March 16, 2023

Last Publication: March 16, 2023

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

Notice to Creditors

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of RONALD C. GUY, aka RONALD CLARK GUY, aka RONALD GUY, aka RON GUY, Deceased

Case Number: 2023 PR 30059

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District

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